About Cowell Clarke
Cowell Clarke is a fast growing specialist commercial law firm based in Australia. With a team of over 185 professionals in offices in Adelaide and Sydney, we represent clients across various industries both nationally and internationally. Our firm takes pride in fostering a positive culture that empowers our employees to excel.
Founded over 30 years ago, we set out to disrupt the traditional reactive approach of commercial law firms by offering exceptional personal service with a proactive, global perspective. Although we have expanded to build a national presence, our commitment to helping clients seize opportunities and manage risks remains unchanged.
About the role
Due to the rapid growth of our Sydney office, we have an opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary to join us. In this role, you will be supporting 2 Directors and their legal teams.
This varied role will see you building great relationships with the teams you’re supporting and providing broad administrative support, including:
preparing documents
billing
managing the Directors’ diaries as well as their team’s diary, emails and travel
liaising with clients
mentoring Admin Assistants
Please note, law students are not encouraged to apply for the role unless they intend on pursuing a long term career in legal support (ie. not as a lawyer) and are available to work full time.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced legal support professional with:
an exceptional work ethic
initiative, flexibility and positive attitude
high attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
superior communication skills
familiarity with legal practice software, including NetDocs and Affinity (helpful, not essential)
What will we offer you?
Our close-knit legal support team is built on collaboration and mutual support. At Cowell Clarke, working together is at the core of everything we do. Across our Sydney and Adelaide offices, you’ll find a team ready to back you up every step of the way.
In addition, Cowell Clarke offers a broad range of financial and social benefits in addition to market leading careers and professional development programs. We’re focused on developing our people’s careers whilst ensuring they maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Some of our many employee benefits include broad learning & development opportunities, social clubs, sporting & team events, wellbeing and family support, e.g. discounts to gym memberships & private health insurance, paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional leave.
Apply
To apply in confidence, please send your CV and covering letter to Karine McAuliffe, Head of People & Talent at [email protected]
